Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Transmission Description (Description and Operation)
The 4R70W has the following features:
- Wide ratio gears
- Four speeds
- Rear wheel drive
- Automatic
- Electronic shift
- Torque converter clutch control
- Line pressure controls
The transmission uses Ravigneaux-style double-pinion gearset with two bands, one one-way roller clutch, one mechanical diode and four friction clutches to produce four forward gears and Reverse.
4R70W Automatic Transmission

Automatic Transaxle/Transmission
General Specifications
a - MERCON V is not interchangeable at this time with the current MERCON
fluids. Check the
transmission fluid level indicator to determine the correct fluid and refer to
the ...
Identification Tags
All vehicles are equipped with a Vehicle Certification Label, located
on the driver side door lock post.
For correct transmission identification, refer to the code in the space
marked TR.
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Other materials:
Diagnosis By Symptom
Special Tool(s)
Transmission Fluid Pressure
Gauge
307-004 (T57L-77820-A)
Air Test Plate, Transmission
307-246 (T92P-7006-A)
Breakout Box, EEC-V Control
System
418-049 (T94L-50-EEC-V) or
equivalent
MLP- ...
Wheel And Tire
Removal
1. CAUTION: Do not use heat to loosen a seized wheel nut (1012). Heat
can damage
the wheel and wheel bearings.
NOTE: To avoid damage or scratching to the center cap, place facing up
when removed.
Loosen the wheel nuts.
1. NOTE: To avoid wheel damag ...
Caliper (Removal and Installation)
Special Tool(s)
Rear Caliper Piston Adjuster
206-026 (T87P-2588-A)
Removal
1. Raise the vehicle on a hoist.
2. Remove the wheel and tire assembly.
3. Disengage the parking brake cable end from the parking brake lever
arm.
4. Remov ...
